A new study reveals that COVID-19 lockdowns caused modest developmental delays in children under five. Researchers from Johns Hopkins Children’s Center assessed data from over 50,000 young children using a web-based screening platform across 48 U.S. states. They found small decreases in communication (3%), problem-solving (2%), and personal-social skills (2%), but no changes in fine or gross motor skills. The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, provides cautious optimism, suggesting the overall impact was not severe. However, the long-term effects remain uncertain, and ongoing monitoring is recommended to understand future developmental challenges.
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